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Panasonic S1H vs Samsung EX2F

Portability
52
Imaging
75
Features
87
Overall
79
Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H front
 
Samsung EX2F front
Portability
90
Imaging
37
Features
62
Overall
47

Panasonic S1H vs Samsung EX2F Key Specs

Panasonic S1H
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost to 204800)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 5952 x 3988 video
  • Leica L Mount
  • 1052g - 151 x 114 x 110mm
  • Released August 2019
Samsung EX2F
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-80mm (F1.4-2.7) lens
  • 294g - 112 x 62 x 29mm
  • Released December 2012
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Panasonic S1H vs Samsung EX2F Overview

Below is a in-depth overview of the Panasonic S1H versus Samsung EX2F, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the S1H (24MP) and EX2F (12MP) and the S1H (Full frame) and EX2F (1/1.7") posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The S1H was launched 6 years later than the EX2F and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic S1H being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung EX2F being a Compact camera.

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the S1H scores versus the EX2F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic S1H over the Samsung EX2F

 S1H EX2F 
ReleasedAugust 2019December 2012More recent by 82 months
Screen size3.2"3"Bigger screen (+0.2")
Screen resolution2330k0kClearer screen (+2330k dot)
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Samsung EX2F over the Panasonic S1H

 EX2F S1H 

Common features in the Panasonic S1H and Samsung EX2F

 S1H EX2F 
Manually focus Very precise focusing
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFully ArticulatedFully Articulated screen
Selfie screen Both good for selfies

Panasonic S1H vs Samsung EX2F Physical Comparison

When you are aiming to lug around your camera, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic S1H has physical dimensions of 151mm x 114mm x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") along with a weight of 1052 grams (2.32 lbs) whilst the Samsung EX2F has sizing of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic S1H versus Samsung EX2F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the S1H compared to the EX2F.

Panasonic S1H vs Samsung EX2F size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S1H and EX2F is 52 and 90 respectively.

Panasonic S1H vs Samsung EX2F top view buttons comparison

Panasonic S1H vs Samsung EX2F Sensor Comparison

Normally, it's hard to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reading through specifications. The graphic here will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S1H and EX2F.

Plainly, each of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The S1H featuring a bigger sensor will make getting bokeh less difficult and the Panasonic S1H will give greater detail utilizing its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots way more aggressively. The newer S1H is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.

Panasonic S1H vs Samsung EX2F sensor size comparison

Panasonic S1H vs Samsung EX2F Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic S1H vs Samsung EX2F Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Panasonic S1H
Portrait photography with Samsung EX2F
85
has manual focus
great flash sync speed (1/320s)
decent MP (24 megapixels)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
supports face detect focus
saves RAW files
42
manual focus
supports RAW formats
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/1.7")
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Panasonic S1H
Street photography with Samsung EX2F
69
screen articulates fully
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
saves RAW files
includes focus via touch
weather proofing
very good ISO range (51,200)
more heavy than competitors in class (1,052 grams)
68
screen articulates fully
built in image stabilization (Optical)
supports RAW formats
sensor size is tiny (1/1.7")
heavier than competition in class (294g)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Panasonic S1H
Sports photography with Samsung EX2F
76
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000 seconds)
silent shooting (1/8,000 seconds)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
decent MP (24MP)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
supports tracking focus
weather proofing
terrible battery (400 CIPA)
no phase detect auto focus
31
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/1.7")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Panasonic S1H
Travel photography with Samsung EX2F
64
weather proofing
supports bluetooth
includes focus via touch
decent MP (24 megapixels)
selfie friendly screen
terrible battery (400 shots)
more heavy than competitors in class (1,052g)
66
has built in flash
selfie friendly display
fairly wide (24mm)
good max aperture (f1.4)
no Time Lapse recording
heavier than competition in class (294 grams)
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic S1H Landscape photography info
Samsung EX2F Landscape photography info
80
has manual focus
change lenses (Leica L mount)
screen size is good (3.2")
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
decent MP (24 megapixels)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
very good ISO range (51,200)
saves RAW files
weather proofing
has double storage slots
terrible battery (400 shots)
53
manual focus
fairly wide (24mm)
good max aperture (f1.4)
screen size is good (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
supports RAW formats
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/1.7")
no Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic S1H Vlogging features
Samsung EX2F Vlogging features
70
selfie friendly screen
screen is touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
supports face detect focus
video res high (5952 x 3988 resolution)
has microphone port
more heavy than competitors in class (1,052g)
71
fairly wide (24mm)
good max aperture (f1.4)
selfie friendly display
built in image stabilization (Optical)
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
no mic jack
heavier than competition in class (294 grams)
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Panasonic S1H vs Samsung EX2F Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic S1H and Samsung EX2F
 Panasonic Lumix DC-S1HSamsung EX2F
General Information
Make Panasonic Samsung
Model type Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H Samsung EX2F
Class Pro Mirrorless Small Sensor Compact
Released 2019-08-28 2012-12-18
Body design SLR-style mirrorless Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Venus Engine -
Sensor type CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size Full frame 1/1.7"
Sensor dimensions 35.6 x 23.8mm 7.44 x 5.58mm
Sensor area 847.3mm² 41.5mm²
Sensor resolution 24MP 12MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Highest Possible resolution 6000 x 4000 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 51200 3200
Maximum enhanced ISO 204800 -
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW files
Min enhanced ISO 50 -
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points 225 -
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type Leica L fixed lens
Lens zoom range - 24-80mm (3.3x)
Maximal aperture - f/1.4-2.7
Total lenses 30 -
Focal length multiplier 1 4.8
Screen
Display type Fully Articulated Fully Articulated
Display sizing 3.2" 3"
Display resolution 2,330 thousand dot 0 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Display technology - AMOLED
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic (optional)
Viewfinder resolution 5,760 thousand dot -
Viewfinder coverage 100% -
Viewfinder magnification 0.78x -
Features
Min shutter speed 60s -
Max shutter speed 1/8000s -
Max quiet shutter speed 1/8000s -
Continuous shutter speed 9.0 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance no built-in flash -
Flash modes Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow syncro, Manual
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Max flash sync 1/320s -
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 5952 x 3988 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080
Maximum video resolution 5952x3988 1920x1080
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 H.264
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB Yes USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 1052 gr (2.32 pounds) 294 gr (0.65 pounds)
Physical dimensions 151 x 114 x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") 112 x 62 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested 48
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 20.0
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 11.5
DXO Low light rating not tested 209
Other
Battery life 400 photographs -
Form of battery Battery Pack -
Battery ID - SLB-10A
Self timer Yes Yes
Time lapse feature
Storage media Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II supported) SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots Two 1
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